Running Lights; Wheels And Tires; Safe Towing Techniques; Reporting Trailer Safety Defects - Generac Power Systems MLTS Owner's Manual

Introduction and Safety
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Connect safety chains in a crossing pattern under
the tongue.
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Before towing the trailer, verify that the weight of
the trailer is equal across all tires. On trailers with
adjustable height hitches, adjust the angle of the
trailer tongue to keep the trailer as level as
possible.

Running Lights

Verify directional and brake lights on the trailer are
connected and working properly.

Wheels and Tires

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Inspect trailer tires for wear and proper inflation.
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Verify wheel lug nuts are present and tightened to
the specified torque.

Safe Towing Techniques

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Practice turning, stopping, and backing up in an
area away from heavy traffic prior to transporting
the unit.
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Maximum recommended speed for highway towing
is 45 mph (72 km/h). Recommended off-road tow-
ing speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less, depending
on terrain.
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When towing, maintain extra space between vehi-
cles and avoid soft shoulders, curbs, and sudden
lane changes.
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Reporting Trailer Safety Defects

If you believe your trailer has a defect which could cause
a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Generac
Mobile.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation; and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
an individual problem between you, your dealer, or
Generac Mobile.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:1-800-424-9153),
go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator
NHTSA
1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E.
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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